WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SCOTTIES

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Other Names : Aberdeen Terrier
Scottish Terrier Height : 10 - 11 inches
Scottish Terrier Weight : 19 - 23 lbs.
Scottish Terrier Colors : Black, wheaten or brindle of any shade
 
Country of Origin: Scotland.

Coat: The hair on the coat is wiry and hard. Colors can be plain black, black with highlights, brindle of several shades and wheaten of several shades.

Character: Scotties become very attached to their family, are watchful, noble, and sporty, and think for themselves.
Scotties also like to hunt small game and may not return if they get on a scent trail

Temperament: The dog is naturally inclined to get along with other pets. Scotties are good with children, provided that the children treat them with kindness. If an older Scottie is adopted that has not been around children you must be careful.

Care: The coat needs to be professionally hand-plucked biannually but they can be clipper cut. The chest, legs, and head are normally clipped. Regular grooming with a brush and comb is required.
Training: If training is consistent, it should be relatively easy. A Scottie's independence should always be respected in the training process.Some people say Scotties are hard to train. Scotties learn quickly, they are easy to train but are stubborn and always have a mind of their own

Activity: The exercise needs of this dog are uncomplicated. It will adapt itself to the activity level of your family. Remember that it loves to dig.
Like people Scotties have their own personalities, some will dig more than otters and some never dig. Scotties love to play


Description : Also popularly known as "Scotties," Scottish Terriers are small and strong with short legs, pricked ears and naturally erect tail. They tend to be a one or two person dog and do best when pampered. They love attention and like to be spoiled. While a little stubborn, they make loyal pets. They are good watchdogs, but need to be kept secured as they like to to go exploring.

 

Below are the know Genetic Disorders of the Scottish Terrier .
I just briefly touched on them. You can further research them by typing them into your browser 

NEVER BUY A PUP FROM A PET STORE
Many pets at pet stores come from puppy mills
The end result could be many years of unhappiness and large Vet bills
These are the genetic disorders of the Scottish Terrier.
The only test as to date is the VWD or  Von Willebrand's Disease test.

Any responsible breeder has had this test for all of their Scotties with documentation. Do not hesitate to ask for proof of the VWD of the parents on any Scottie pup you purchase 

Von Willebrand's Disease –bleeding disorder
Scottie Cramp-- most common–Scottie has  temporarily lost the ability to coordinate his movements.
Cushing's Syndrome ---Cushing's Syndrome is generally caused by a tumor and has no direct evidence of being a genetic disorder. The jury is still out on this one as it may or may not be genetic
Hypothyroidism --an underproduction of hormones by the thyroid gland. May cause the following-- Weight gain , skin allergies, dry or scaling skin and energy loss

 

Epilepsy -- recurring seizures not usually seen until a dog is mature, usually between three and five years of age.

CMO---inherited disorder characterized by an abnormal growth of the bone of the lower jaw. This can be found in pups as young as six months symptoms are lethargy, fever and unwillingness to eat

Should you think your Scotties has any of these symptoms seek a good Vets help . With the exception of Scottie cramp the rest of these conditions can be lessened with medication   

 

I keep girls from my own lines because I know their backgrounds and have a proven healthy lineage.

Several years back I bought a Scottie boy from another breeder as it turned out he had Scottie Cramp.
Unfortunately we had one litter before we discovered this. We quickly retired him. He had a wonderful personality and made the lady we gave him to very happy.
Scottie Cramp does not hurt the Scottie nevertheless you do not want to pass it along